Victorian

Rescuing Old Furniture by Refinishing
Sometimes the finish is just too far gone and the old piece demands a refresh to make it attractive and usable — here's one success story.
A 1980s Condo Goes Retro Vintage
We needed the amenities of our modern condominium complex — but that didn’t stop us from completely transforming it, in two period styles!
Eastlake Galley
The 1886 house is a Victorian Revival jewel box, all in just 1700 square feet.
On a Victorian High
Inspired by their penchant for touring 19th-century house museums, a couple went looking for a spectacular mansion.
A Summer Retreat Preserved in the Catskill Mountains
Theatrical yet as cozy as a camp, this Victorian house that sat vacant for a decade was remarkably intact.
Breathing New Life into Original Windows
Allied Window and Beacon Hill Restoration work together to successfully tackle the toughest restoration projects.
Historic Preservation Month 2025
Join us as we celebrate our country’s diverse and unique heritage during Historic Preservation Month.
Restoring Restmere
A historic music festival provided clues as this Italianate villa, designed by Richard Upjohn, was brought back from the brink.
DIY Refinishing of Victorian Doors
OHJ reader and blogger Gina Bellous describes her method for refinishing the historic Eastlake-style doors she came to collect.
How a Pro Replaces Columns
Upgrading the footings and columns that support a girder beam is an opportunity to level out the floor above.

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